Dad waxa yaqaan nin tuugsaday iyo nin u taliyey
DEnglish Translation
He who has begged or ruled knows people
Context & Meaning
Both need and power reveal human nature
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "D"
Dibi hooyo xun hore uma koro
A calf with a bad mother doesn't grow forward
A calf with a bad mother doesn't grow forward
Dameer dhaan raacay
The donkey followed the camels
The donkey followed the camels
Dacas kaa weyn dhiiqada bay kugu farjisaa
The hoe older than you splashes mud on you
The hoe older than you splashes mud on you
Dameeraha ta ugu yar baa ugu biqlo badan
The smallest donkey brays the most
The smallest donkey brays the most
Dhuumasho dhabarka muuqda dhuumasho ma aha
Hiding with your back showing isn't hiding
Hiding with your back showing isn't hiding
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About Somali Proverbs
Somali proverbs (Maahmaah Soomaali) are an integral part of Somali culture, passed down through generations. They reflect the wisdom, values, and experiences of the Somali people, often relating to pastoral life, community, and traditional values.